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With the nice weather, full lake, and marinas being open we anticipate a lot of boat activity on Detroit Lake. There are a lot of logs and debris in the lake right now which can be very dangerous. The US Forest Service will be starting the lake sweep on Monday, but we ask everyone to be cautious. Have fun!
Around 1 AM this morning deputies responded to the report of a stabbing that occurred in the area of Phipps Ln NE/Beverly Ave NE in Salem. Deputies quickly provided medical aid to the victim who was transported to a nearby hospital. The victim is in stable condition and sustained non-life threatening injuries. Deputies and Salem Police Officers were able to contain the suspect inside a nearby residence. The Marion County SWAT team was activated and responded to the scene. Negotiators worked to establish communication with the suspect and residents inside the home for about four hours.
Just before 5 AM the suspect surrendered peacefully and was taken into custody for the following charges: Assault II and Unlawful Use of a Weapon. He has been identified as Diego Guajardo 21 of Albany.
Thank you to the Salem Police Department and Marion County UAS team for your assistance during this incident.
*** Update ***
Shortly before 6:00 am this morning, April 27, 2024, deputies were dispatched to the report of a shot being fired inside of a home in the 4800 block of Buffalo Drive SE in the unincorporated area of East Salem. Sheriff’s Office SWAT was called to the scene after one of the people refused to exit the home. Deputies were able to get the involved 58-year-old female to surrender peacefully.
There were no injuries during this incident and investigators are continuing to process the scene. Due to this being an active investigation, no additional information is available at this time.
Due to heavy police activity, the Marion County Sheriff's Office is asking the public to stay out of the 4800 block of Buffalo Dr. SE at this time.
*** Update ***
The road is now reopened.
The Marion County Sheriff's Office is advising a road closure from Delaney and Parrish Gap to Parrish Gap and Hunsacker until further notice. We will advise as soon as the road closure is clear.
*** Update ***
The road is now reopened.
The Marion County Sheriff's Office is advising a road closure from Delaney and Parrish Gap to Parrish Gap and Hunsacker until further notice. We will advise as soon as the road closure is clear.
*** Devon was located this evening just moments ago. He is safe back home and uninjured. Thank you for the public assistance. ***
Devon Whiteshell, age 14 walked away from his care home near Ward Dr NE / Lancaster Dr NE in Salem around 5:40 p.m. this evening.
Devon is 5’02” tall, skinny build. He was last seen wearing a gray zip-up jacket, dark blue/black jeans, and carrying a small book.
If you locate him, please keep him in your sight and call 911.